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Legal Studies Minor

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The minor in legal studies is for students interested in the study of law and legal institutions and in the relationship of law to other aspects of society and culture. The law extends throughout contemporary political, social, and economic systems, playing an important role in shaping the conduct of life for both individuals and institutions. It is important for students to understand the forces that shape law, the ways laws have been used and understood by a variety of people in differing historical circumstances, and the consequences of law for contemporary life. Political, sociological, historical, and philosophical approaches to legal phenomena are included in the course of study. Recognizing the critical role that law plays in societies, the minor in legal studies is designed to guide students to courses that will deepen and expand their understanding of law as practiced, especially its influence on social and economic institutions.

Required Course--Choose one of the following:

CRIM-215

Law and Society

POLS-200

Law and Society

Elective Courses--Choose four of the following:

CRIM-225

Criminal Law

CRIM-260

Courts

CRIM-315

Evidence

CRIM-489

Major Issues in Criminal Justice

POLS-325

International Law and Organizations

POLS-330

Human Rights in Global Perspective

POLS-425

Constitutional Law

POLS-430

Constitutional Rights and Liberties

POLS-460

Classical Constitutionalism, Virtue and Law

POLS-465

Modern Constitutionalism, Liberty and Equality

COMM-342

Communication Law and Ethics

COMM-362

Law and Ethics of the Press

PHIL-204

Introduction to Logic

PHIL-302

Symbolic Logic

PHIL-304

Philosophy of Law

PHIL-403

Social and Political Philosophy

SOCI-310

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To declare a minor in Criminal Justice, go to the Registrar's forms website and complete the Minor Aurhtorization/Change form. Return the completed form to the College of Liberal Arts, Office of Student Services located in Liberal Arts Hall (LBR) Room 2210 or contact (585) 475-2444, libarts@rit.edu.